mayor

/ˈmɛə/noun
Elementary
1

The chief executive of the municipal government of a city, borough, etc., formerly (historical) usually appointed as a caretaker by European royal courts but now usually appointed or elected locally.

2

Ellipsis of mayor of the palace, the royal stewards of the Frankish Empire.

3

Synonym of mair, various former officials in the Kingdom of Scotland.

4

A member of a city council.

5

A high justice, an important judge.

6

A largely ceremonial position in some municipal governments that presides over the city council while a contracted city manager holds actual executive power.

7

A local VIP, a muckamuck or big shot reckoned to lead some local group.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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